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PROVOKES

(verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Provokes.

Provokes - as a verb

Evoke or provoke to appear or occur

Example: "Her behavior provoked a quarrel between the couple"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
call forthevokekick up
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
causedomake
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Provide the needed stimulus for

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
stimulate
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
challenge
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Annoy continually or chronically

Example: "He is known to harry his staff when he is overworked"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
besetchevvychevychivvychivyharassharryhassleplague
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
annoybotherchafedevilget atget togravelirritatenarknettleragrilevex
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"His aggressive behavior provokes fights with other students."
"The movie's climactic twist provokes strong emotions in the audience."
"She purposely provokes her little brother by hiding his toys."
"The controversial article provokes a heated debate."
"Their protest march provokes a response from the government."
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Word Game Points

Is PROVOKES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, provokes is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PROVOKES has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.

Is PROVOKES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, provokes is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PROVOKES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is PROVOKES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, provokes is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PROVOKES has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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